No, I’m not going raw. But, since I had to cut out dairy and choose to stay mostly soy-free I’ve found that some of the best dairy-free stand-ins are raw and nut-based. Thank goodness I can still eat nuts! Let’s talk for a minute about where this recipe came from. I decided to make pasta […]

Ready to make gluten-free vanilla wafers that are better than the ones you buy in the store? I know you are. Being gluten-free has certain challenges. Over time, they’ve become less daunting. But, there’s still the occasional hurdle in my path. I’m not one to shy away from hurdles. Ever. I tend to have an […]

With Easter right around the corner, I wanted to give you a dairy-free, nut-free option for your celebration. After Nate was born, something funky happened and my body stopped tolerating dairy. I can’t say I’m thrilled with it. I kept trying to eat it, hoping that something would change. I really didn’t want to add […]

Aren’t these naturally colored eggs brilliantly gorgeous? I remember how exciting it was to draw on hard-boiled eggs with a crayon, drop them into a mug full of colored water, and pull them out ten minutes later to find my artwork intact and the egg bright with color. I think all the food coloring gave […]

When I was a kid, I loved chocolate and mint. And, for some reason since I’ve been pregnant I find myself craving that old, familiar flavor pairing. It’s great no matter how you make it – in mint chocolate chip ice cream, in hot chocolate with peppermint sticks, or in Thin Mint cookies. I decided […]

About Amy

Living free of refined sugars and gluten since 2004 has allowed me to live a fulfilled, healthy life. My food cravings, migraines, and depression vanished and was able to maintain a 60+ pound weight loss. Today I live with enormous freedom. Join me as I create healthier food that's SS&GF and delicious. I hope to help you do the same. Read more about my story here.